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1957
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2019
Steven Ryan Obituary
Nov. 5, 1957 - Apr. 24, 2019
Santa Clara
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Steven Paul Ryan, 61. Steve passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Clara on 4-24-19 after a lengthy battle with cancer and health complications. He was preceded in death by his father Arthur and mother Sadie and is survived by his sister Kathy Blake (Brad) of Prescott, Arizona.
Steve was a life-long Santa Clara resident. As a young man he joined the Santa Clara Police Cadet Program and from that experience he developed lasting friendships. He retired from M.E. Fox and Company after many years of service. Steve was a skilled photographer, excellent bowler and a wealth of knowledge regarding many subjects. Most of all, he was a kind, generous man and a great friend. He will be deeply missed by many people.
We would like to thank both Vitas Hospice and his care givers for their support and compassion. Steve did not want a service but asks that you remember him with a kind thought or deed.
Donations in Steve's name can be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation or charity of your choice.
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Michele Cuni
May 11, 2019
This news catches me off guard. I knew Steve from Mission City FCU. Sweet, sweet man who I assisted for almost five years. We would talk about his job, then retirement, unfortunately illness and of course, Disneyland. I'm truly glad I had the opportunity to have crossed paths with Steve! My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
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